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24207
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Firefly Balloons Inc. in Statesville is one of the nation's largest balloon makers. The author presents the techniques used for making hot air balloons.
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43200
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Statesville has developed a reputation as the hot-air balloon capitol of the East. The Carolina BalloonFest has been going on in Iredell County for the past 45 years and is the second largest of its kind in the country. Over the past several years, the festival has gnerated $787,000 for area non-profits.
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24480
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The June Bug rail line travels from Taylorsville to Statesville and brings many tourists who wish to experience travel in an older fashion. This article presents what it is like to spend a day on the June Bug.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 48 Issue 2, July 1980, p14-15, il
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24439
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The short line railroad between Taylorsville and Statesville in Alexander County was built in 1887 and became known as the June Bug line. This article presents the line’s history and how it has changed over the years.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 12, May 1993, p27-28, il
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5040
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Statesville, county seat of Iredell County, has no fewer than five historic districts, and in 2000, was a finalist in the \"Prettiest Painted Place in America\" competition. In 1997, the city won an All-America City Award. Visitors will find attractions for all interests, from antiques to five NASCAR race shops.
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Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 68 Issue 12, May 2001, p132-136, 138, 140, il Periodical Website
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9579
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Statesville, county seat of Iredell County, is OUR STATE magazine's featured Tar Heel town of the month.
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Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 75 Issue 7, Dec 2007, p18-20, 22-23, il, map Periodical Website
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21587
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Statesville, the county seat of Iredell County, is Our State Magazine's featured Tar Heel Town of the Month. Among the places to visit are Carolina Bar-B-Q, First Flight Bicycles, Mitchell Community College, and the Statesville Historical Collection.
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Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 81 Issue 9, Feb 2014, p34-36, 38, 40-41, il Periodical Website
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5190
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Site Selection magazine named Statesville, county seat of Iredell County, the nation's No. 1 town for corporate facilities for the second year in a row. Brafford explores some of the features that make the city appealing to businesses including quality of life, well- trained workforce, health care facilities, and educational support.
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North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 59 Issue 9, Sept 2001, p35-36,38,40-46, il
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24652
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Love Valley, an authentic western town, is nestled between four mountains in the Brushy Mountain region in Statesville and has become a colorful vacation spot.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 26 Issue 24, May 1959, p16-20, il
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29786
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Two unique cities combine to make Iredell County, North Carolina a successful economic driver in the Charlotte region and across the state. Statesville to the north, and Mooresville to the south provide a mix of industry and metropolitan amenities with history and culture.
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NC Magazine (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 67 Issue 2, Feb 2009, p28-30, por